This history of the Davey Family of Plenty Farm Greensborough was published to celebrate the 100th anniversary of John Henry Davey, his wife Elizabeth and children settling in Greensborough in 1913. The book contains stories written by many family members, photographs and traces the family line back to England in the 17th century.A thoroughly researched and referenced family history.108 pages, colour and black and white illustrations. Spiral binding. davey family, sylvia tupper, plenty farm, greensborough

Compiled and published by the Greensborough Historical Society, this book contains 26 stories of and by people who lived in the Greensborough area including Watsonia, Briar Hill and Montmorency. The book was initially funded by a grant from Banyule City Council.The first book published by Greensborough Historical Society, this volume includes oral and written histories of many local families. Copies available from the Society.90 pages, black and white illustrations. Cover has a green background with a collage of photographs.greensborough historical society, as i recall, bill cecil, bonnie dickson, val wilson, collins, thatcher, diamond valley community hospital, hutchinson, eric barclay, norm hyde, ida brown, faye fort, sculli, hazel amos, tom vickers, willimott, june hall, evans, spear family, trinnie di giacomo, elaine drakeford, ian foard, jack waites, vera lay, partington

Members of the Britnell/Duncan family of Greensborough include Jessie Britnell (nee Duncan) and William Britnell, Jonah Britnell and Emma Britnell. Family history notes provided by Faye Fort (nee Partington)Greensborough pioneer family.7 sepia photographs of family members. Notes by Faye Fort.Each has the name of subject written in pen on reverse. The names of the photographer are printed front and back.britnell, jesse duncan, emma duncan

Small card issued at Ampol petrol stations 1961-62 in order to teach basic mouth to mouth resuscitation.1.5 million cards issued in 1961-62 as a community service.Folded card; white with black text and drawings.ampol, life saving, mouth to mouth resuscitation, black family

Contains local news and details of community activities in Bundoora. Newsletter of the Bundoora Progress Association at a time when the area was developing into a suburb.2 copies of Newsletter: Dec 1976 (14 p.), June 1977 (4 p.)bundoora, bundoora progress association, insight, black family, fraser family

This article, written following the death of Bill Huitt in 1985, links his family and his wife Amy's family with several of the Greensborough pioneer families. Includes details of the Huitt family businesses in Greensborough.Links Greensborough pioneer families.One page, text and photos.bill huitt, william huitt, rustin family, partington family, knapsey family

Describes Alan (Snowy) Partington's interest in sports such as football and cricket and as a coach for pro-runners. Photograph shows Alan with the 'Alan Partington Shield'.Alan Partington was a member of Greensborough pioneer families.Photocopy of news article, 1 page of text. Accompanying photograph of subject not published with article.Inscription on photograph "Alan Partington".alan partington, dvfl, diamond valley football league, partington family

Rosalie Bray (nee Thrupp) recalls events at the end of World War 2, following her father's death.A personal story of the aftermath of World War 2.Photocopy of news article. 2 pages, black and white text and photos.rosalie bray, thrupp family, world war ii

Copy of Surveyor's Street Plan of Melbourne 1837. Donated by Patsy Coverdale and accompanied by brief details of her family connection to the map. Copies of plan available for sale from Greensborough Historical Society.Map of early Melbourne with connections to a current resident.Copy of plan, mounted on timber and framed.melbourne street plan, coverdaye, umpleby

A short history of the church and estate surrounding St Katherine's Church St Helena, tracing its origins to Major Anthony Beale and his family. The chapel was named after his wife Katherine Rose.This church is significant due to its age and connection to Major Beale and the early settlement at Greensborough.I printed page with line drawing.st katherines church st helena, anthony beale, rose chapel

Recounts June Hall's trip to Wales and her search for family connections.2 pages of text.june hall, june evans

The story of Johnny Chester and his career as a rock and roll star from the 1950s.Although the connection with Greensborough is not mentioned in this article, Johnny Chester and his family lived in Greenhills.3 pages, text and col. illus.johnny chester, rock and roll music

From accompanying typed caption: "Home of Bill and Dot Splatt. Purchased approx 1915-1918 and stayed in the family until mid 1950s. 37 Grimshaw Street Greensborough - site of Methodist Church."This home was demolished for the site of the 'new' Greensborough Methodist Church. Copy of Black and white photograph. Copy 2 printed Item 1054.Caption is typed.methodist church greensborough, grimshaw street, splatt family

This feature article deals with Professor Stephen Cordner, Victorian forensic scientist, and his work. Professor Cordner is a member of the Cordner family of Greensborough, a well-known family of doctors.News clipping, text and colour photos.cordner family, stephen cordner, don cordner

The Maurer family have historical links to the Greensborough area. Marble Hall has been demolished. This is a rare photograph of the interior. [Note: Eltham and Whittlesea Advertiser, on Friday 21 June 1929 Page 2 covers the accidental death of Rudolph Maurer, aged 35] Significant photo of the interior of Marble Hall and the Maurer family.One A4 page, photocopied photographs with handwritten captions.Captions: Photo 1: Inside Marble Hall, pool hall owned by Rudolf Fred Maurer. Photo 2: Rudolf Maurer, Eugene Maurer, Stan Rook (uncle of Jack Maurer)maurer family, jack maurer, marble hall

The Plenty River Pioneer Children's Cemetery contains unmarked graves of children from the Whatmough and Partington families who died between 1848 and 1860.The cemetery's significance lies in its connection with two of Greensborough's pioneer families. 4 pages, text and photographs.plenty river pioneer childrens cemetery, anne paul, partington, whatmough

Descendants of James King and Henrietta Nicholls are shown on this family tree.Printed family tree, one page.james king, henrietta elizabeth nicholls, val wilson

Two women are standing at the railway crossing gates, ready to open or close the gates [Possibly Iredale family?]. Originally thought to be the rail crossing at Grimshaw Street and Old Greensborough Road. In 2023, there is doubt that this is the case due to the double rail line and building in background. Please contact the Society if you have any idea where this is located.Copy of photo of railway gates. Sepia.On back: "Godwill from Val Wilson"railway gates, rail crossing, iredale

The Godwill family in front of their William Street home. Right to left: Walter, Jarvis, Ada (nee Splatt) and Ted.Copy of photograph. Family group with house in background.Written on back: "Jarvis and Ada (Splatt) Godwill. Sons Walter and Ted.godwill family, jarvis godwill, ada splatt godwill

8 photographs of construction of Willimott home, High Street Watsonia. Includes sale advert for land (The Age 1956)Photographs to accompany Willimott family oral history.Copy of group of black and white photographs. Copy of one newspaper advertisement for a block of land. 3 pages.Captions on back of each photograph.willimott family, watsonia, oral history

Ten photographs of the Thatcher family, Chapman Street Macleod. Taken from 1952 to 1962.Photographs accompany the Thatcher oral history.Group of black and white photographs. 3 pages.thatcher family, macleod, oralhistory

Ida Brown shares photographs and information about the Richards-Angland family. Includes a copy of a page from the Woods family Bible. Ida Brown's family is describes in the oral history "Richards-Angland Family"A collection of photos and information about Ida Brown's family.Copies of photographs and part of family tree. 6 pages.Photographs are named.wood family, richard angland family, ida brown

Rural scene with children identified as Lorna Weaver, William and Annie May Partington with baby Jack, Alan Partington and Nancy Weaver. The Weavers were friends of the Partington family. Alan's father, William Partington, can be seen in the left background, with Alan Partington centre foreground.The Partington family were Greensborough pioneers. Descendents still live in the area.Copy of sepia photograph of children and cows.alan partington, lorna weaver, nancy weaver, william partington

Local dentist John Boucher has provided dental care to generations of locals. He and his wife have also provided volunteer dental treatment in Vietnam.This is an advertising feature.Advertising feature. Text and colour illustration.john boucher, dentists, diamond valley dental group

Martha Roberts married Peter Ruston.In this article a descendent relates information handed down through the family.Martha and Peter Ruston are connected to the Partington family, Greensborough pioneers.Copy of Ancestry.com article and portrait.Handwritten on photos "Faye is great grand daughter to Martha and Peter"martha roberts, peter rustin, martha rustin, peter ruston, partington

Section of a painting owned by Ida Brown depicting her childhood family home. [Probably located in Williams Street, Greensborough]Photograph of section of painting.ida brown, richards angland family

In these photos, Trevor Partington participates in sprint races, including winning the Midland Sprint 1961.Trevor Partington was a member of the Partington family and an accomplished sportsman in many sports.Copies of two black and white photographs.trevor partington, midland sprint 1961

Written as a foreword to the History of Greensborough, Alan Partington describes his family's connection to the area.Alan Partington was the fifth generation of his family to live in Greensborough. Family members still live in the area in 2014.Copy of 3 typed pagesalan partington, greensborough